The Heidelburg cycle loop

Posted on Mon February 3, 2025.

Barrydale to Heidelburg and back via the Tradouw Pass (98km) is the perfect training ride to put miles in the legs while earning points with your non riding partner

What's that about points ? It's to do with using South Africa's finest and most romantic Art hotel as the base for a great cycle ride. Typically you'll be leaving early for a 49 km ride for a mid ride breakfast at Delish in Heidelburg. Leave at 6 home by 10:30 or 11:00 for a great fun day with say, a lunch at Joubert Tradouw. 

All in all it's 98 kms or riding, around 1,300 meters of climbing with 40kms of that being on dirt. This is ideal gravel bike territory.

Not compulsory but highly recommended is a swim in the Tradauw on the way home 

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